Science Common Assessment #2: Study Guide

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What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?

Back

23.5 degrees.

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Why does Maine have colder spring temperatures than Georgia?

Back

Because Maine is farther north in the Northern Hemisphere and gets less direct sunlight.

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What type of tide occurs when the Earth, Moon, and Sun are aligned?

Back

Spring tide.

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When can a solar eclipse occur?

Back

During a new moon, when the Moon is between the Sun and Earth.

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What happens to solar eclipses if the Moon doubles in size?

Back

There would be more frequent solar eclipses because the Moon can more easily block the Sun.

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What is a solar eclipse?

Back

An event where the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

Back

An event where the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, blocking the Sun's light from reaching the Moon.

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the Sun.

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What is the difference between neap tides and spring tides?

Back

Neap tides occur when the Sun and Moon are at right angles to each other, while spring tides occur when they are aligned.

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What is the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

The half of the Earth that is north of the equator.